03.18.26

The fullslate of 2026 Home Games and Theme Nights is HERE! And trust us…you’re not going to want to miss a single one at Chalmers Filed!

This season is bigger, louder, and built for YOU! Whether you’re there for the football, the atmosphere, or the mission behind each night, this is where Miners Nation shows up and shows out!

03.18.26

We’re fired up to welcome back The Yardarm Riverfront Bar and Grill as an official sponsor of the Dubuque Miners for the 2026 season!

03.17.26

Today might be about luck…but in Dubuque, we don’t rely on luck, we set the Gold Standard!

We’re lucky, but not by chance
We’re lucky because of YOU!

03.16.26

Please join us in welcoming Freedom Financial Wealth Management as an official sponsor of the Dubuque Miners for the 2026 season!

We are incredibly grateful for the support and their commitment to helping us continue building something special here in Dubuque!

03.13.26

Empowered to Succeed

The Dubuque Miners are proud to partner with the Dubuque Mulicultural Family Center and Express Employment Professionals to bring an incredible opportunity to the Dubuque and Tri-State community!

03.13.26

Miners Nation, we’ve got something new for you!

This past Saturday, March 7, the Dubuque Miners hit the field for one of our first practices of the 2026 season at the University of Dubuque Veterans Memorial Indoor Facility! New faces, returning leaders, and the same mission as always, to build something special for Dubuque

03.12.26

The Dubuque Miners are proud to welcome Dubuque Fire Equipment as an official partner of the 2026 season!

Please join us in giving a big thank you to Dubuque Fire Equipment for believing in the Dubuque Miners and supporting Miners Nation! We’re proud to have you on the team!

03.11.26

Miners Nation, help us welcome Vanessa Husemann to the Dubuque Miners Organization!

Vanessa is a dedicated 200 hour yoga instructor who specializes in strength, mobility, and injury prevention. She works closely witht he Dubuque Miners football team throughout the presason, regular season, and post season.

Read more…

03.10.26

The Dubuque Miners are proud to announce that Very Good Chiropractic is returning as an Official Sponsor for the 2026 season!

We’re incredibly grateful to continue this partnership and want to give a big thank you to Hans for his continued belief in the Miners organization and our mission in the Dubuque community!

03.09.26

A sincere thank you to the Dubuque Fighting Saints for invitting the Dubuque Miners organization to be part of Mascot Mania Night and for giving us the opportunity to officially debut our mascot, Dynamite Dan!

03.08.26

Yesterday’s Dubuque Miners football practice was a success! We’re hitting the ground running as the sesaon approaches, focused on reaching our full potential! A big shout out to the entire team for their hard work!

03.06.26

It’s a big weekend for your Dubuque Miners, and we’ve got a full day lined up this Saturday!

Click the link below to see what this weekend has in store!

03.05.26

Were just over 7 weeks away from our Home Opener, and we’re excited to share some special news about the night!

The Dubuque Miners have teamed up with the American Heart Association for our Home Opener as we work together to raise awareness and support lifesaving heart health initiatives.

03.04.26

Things are starting to heat up for the Miners Kickoff 2026 Eent and we’re excited to share a few more details about it!

Happening April 11, 2026 at the Best Western Dubuque Grand Ballroom as we bring together the entire Miners community to officially kick off the 2026 season!

03.02.26

Miners! Be ready. Come early, come ready, it’s time to work!

See you Saturday

02.28.26

Miners Nation! New online store is LIVE!

We just dropped brand new gear designed specifically for Miners Nation from fresh hoodies, tees, hats, and more that rep the Gold Standard!

02.26.26

The Dubuque Miners Organization is proud to officially be a member of the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce!

We’re looking forward to joining such a strong network of local leaders and working alongside great area businesses to continue building, improving, and giving back to the community that supports us!

02.25.26

Monday evening, members of the Dubuque Miners came together for a team yoga session focused on recovery, strength, and longevity

02.24.26

Tuesday OTA

Every rep is a step toward kickoff
Time to work.

02.24.26

Miners Nation, the 2026 season is coming fast and we want Chalmers Field packed, loud, and painted RED every single home game!

Let’s make game day in Dubuque something the city talks about all week long!

Secure your tickets now, don’t miss out!

02.20.26

Miners Nation, you helped name our mascot, now it’s time to meet the newest face of the Dubuque Miners LIVE and in person, and we’re doing it on one of the biggest, most fun nights in Dubuque Sports!

02.18.26

Every season we grow, every season we raise the standard. And in 2026, game day is becoming more than just football, it’s becoming an experience built by this community, for this community!

02.17.26

While the offseason gets quiet for some…we’ve been putting in the work

The Dubuque Miners haven’t stopped building since the last snap of last season, and today’s OTA is another step forward…

02.16.26

Your Dubuque Miners are announcing Season Ticket packages TONIGHT 02.16.26

Stay tuned, you won’t want to miss out!

02.13.26

Members of the Dubuque Miners Organization were honored to be invited to an incredible evening at the United Way of Dubuque’s Captains of the Cocktail 2026 event!

02.11.26

Aril 11th, 2026, from 11a-1p, the Dubuque Miners will officially launch the 2026 campaign at the Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center

02.04.26

Big News, Miners Nation!

We’re proud to welcome back the Best Western of Dubuque as a returning sponsor for the 2026 sesason!

02.02.26

Big news for the 2026 season

We’re proud to welcome Alter Metal Recycling as an official sponsor of the Dubuque Miners!

01.30.26

Miners Nation, turn up the dial!

Starting Monday 2/2, the Dubuque Miners are hitting the airwaves on 97.3 The Rock and running through the end of March leading up to our season!

Tune in, spread the word, stay locked in!

01.27.26

Miners OTA’s are ongoing! To our current players and to those still looking for an opportunity, our work continues.

Miners OTA’s have been ongoing throughout the winter as we continue building toward a strong and successful Year Two

01.15.26

Tryout Recap is now up on our Youtube Channel!
Nearly 40 athletes came out and gave it everything they had, bringing together a strong mix of new faces and returning Miners who already understand the standard.

A huge thank you to every athlete who showed up, competed, and left it all on the field. Your time and effort don’t go unnoticed!
Watch the video at the link below!

01.14.26

Saturday marked an incredible turnout for the Dubuque Miners team’s second tryout. A mix of fresh faces and returning players arrived ready to showcase their talents and compete.

Click below to read more

01.13.26

Miners Nation, this is a BIG ONE!

We’re proud to officially announce that the Dubuque Miners Football Team has been approved as a 501c3 nonprofit.

This is a massive step forward, not just for our football program, but for our entire community!

Please follow the link below to learn more

1.12.26

It’s official. The road ahead is set!

New era. New challenges. Same standard.

From opening kickoff to the final whistle, the 2026 season is stacked ith battles at home and on the road, league-wide byes, and some massive matchups that will test who we are and what we’re building.

Click the link below to learn more

01.12.26

The 2026 Dubuque Miners Schedule Release Show is now LIVE on Youtube!

Get ready Miners Fans! Join Dan Brosnan for the Dubuque Miners Football 2026 Schedule Release Special, featuring an exclusive look at the upcoming season.

01.09.26

Miners nation, here’s your first sneak peak at the 2026 season!

This season brings a slate of fresh matchups and first-time opponents, along with a few special surprises we’ll be revealing during the show…so you won’t want to miss it!

01.08.26

Our 2026 Schedule Release Show is coming!

We’ll be recording the show on Friday evening 1/9 and launching it Monday morning (1/12) where we’ll break down the matchups, talk through the road ahead, and share what this season means for our organization and our great community..

01.06.26

This past weekend, members of the Dubuque Miners Family were honored to lend a hand at the Suicide Awareness Benefit hosted by the Midwest Freeriders benefiting NAMI of Dubuque!

01.03.26

The second 2026 Dubuque Miners Tryout is almost here and this is your opportunity to step onto the field and compete for a spot on the roster!

This isn’t just a team. It’s a standard. It’s a culture. It’s an opportunity.
This is your chance to come out and compete!

01.02.26

We’ve been hard at work polishing, organizing, and expanding our website to better represent the Dubuque Miners Organization and the programs we operate and we’re excited to roll out Phase 1 of our overhaul!

Click below to read on…

01.01.26

Looking back on the events we were able to participate in and volunteer at this past year, we’re grateful for the meaningful experiences, connections, and moments of impact we were able to share with our community. We look forward to continuing that effort even more in 2026!

12.31.25

Happy New Year, Miners Nation!

Thank you to everyone who stood with us this past year. Thank you to our players, coaches, families, volunteers, sponsors, partners, and every single fan who cheered, shared a post, brought a friend to a game, or believed in what we’re building here in Dubuque.

12.31.26

The page is about to turn and everything we’re building is pointing toward a massive 2026 season for your Dubuque Miners.
This season isn’t just about football, it’s about bringing our community together and giving Miners Nation something to rally behind.

12.30.25

Last night a crew of your Dubuque Miners players and coaches got signed up, signed in, and straight to work at our sponsor Anytime Fitness of Dubuque!
We’re proud to partner with a business that believes in community, consistency, and chasing goals one rep at a time!

12.29.25

We’re excited to share that your Dubuque Miners have been listed and nominated in the CommunityVotes Dubuque 2026!

You can support the Miners by clicking “Nominate” in the Sports Recreation & Fitness category, and in the sub-categories of: Entertainer, Entertainment, Live Entertainment, Family Recreation, and Youth Sports & Recreation!

12.25.25

Merry Christmas, Miners Nation!

From our family to yours, we want to wish each of you a blessed, joyful, and safe Christmas. May this season bring peace, gratitude, and time spent with the people who matter most!

Have a wonderful holiday, stay safe, and enjoy every moment.

From your Dubuque Miners Family

12.24.25

The holidays are here, but don’t get it twisted…once the calendar flips, things are about to move FAST!
As we head into the new year, we’ve got a flood of announcements coming your way!

12.23.25

Miners Nations, the count down is on! We are just under 3 weeks away from our second tryout for the 2026 season and the opportunity is right in front of you.
This isn’t just another team, this is building something bigger than yourself. This is earning your place in something great!
Join the movement. Join the standard. Join the Miners.

12.14.25

Last night, some of our Dubuque Miners had the honor of volunteering at Dubuque Senior High School’s Musical Department’s 50th Annual Christmas Madrigal Dinner Feast!

Thank you Dubuque Senior High for allowing us to be a part of this very special evening!

12.10.25

Miners Nation! We’re gearing up for an even bigger and better 2026 season, and we’re officially opening the gates for GAME DAY VOLUNTEERS to join the Miners Family!
What makes Miners Volunteers special?
You’re not just helping. You’re building the atmosphere. You’re shaping the fan experience. You’re part of the heartbeat of Dubuque Football. From the gates to the sidelines, volunteers are a HUGE reason our game days run smoothly and feel like a true community event!

12.09.25

We’re excited to announce that members of the Dubuque Miners Football Team will be helping volunteer at this weekends Dubuque Senior Madrigal Dinner at Dubuque Senior High School!
Looking to help volunteer? Follow the link below to see other volunterr opportunities!

12.08.25

Miners Nation, help us celebrate a major milestone!
We are excited to announce that our very own Vice President, Ken Johnson, has been officially nominated and voted in as Vice President of the Mid-West United Football League this past weekend!

12.07.25

Several of our Dubuque Miners had the privilege of volunteering at the Jace’s Fight is Our Fight benefit at Culbies in East Dubuque. A day filled with love, resilience, and a community standing shoulder to shoulder for something that truly matters!

12.06.25

Miners Nation, join us today as we support the Jace’s Fight is Our Fight Benefit! This important community event is dedicated to helping a local family and standing behing a strong young fighter.
If you’re able, we encourage you to stop by, show your support, and join us in making a positive impact!

12.03.25

Miners Nation, your next opportunity is here! After a strong first session, the Dubuque Miners will be holding a second official tryout for athletes looking to compete at a high level in the 2026 season!
All athletes must fill out the attached form to participate in this tryout session.

12.01.25

Miners Nation, quick reminder that the Golden Axes Cheer Team tryouts are THIS Saturday!!

If you’ve got the energy, confidence, and crowd-commanding presence to help bring game day to life, we want to see YOU on the floor! This is your chance to become one of the founding members of the Golden Axes and help shape the Miners game day experience from the very beginning!

11.28.25

After more than a month of nonstop voting, showdown after showdown, and over 1,000 votes cast, we want to start by saying THANK YOU. Your energy, your passion, and your relentless enthusiasm have turned this contest into something bigger than a mascot bracket…
You’ved helped create a moment that is now officially etched into Miners history and Dubuque sports History!

11.27.25

On behalf of the entire Dubuque Miners Organization, we want to wish every player, coach, volunteer, partner, and supporter a truly Happy Thanksgiving!

Thank you for standing with us, for cheering with us, and for helping us build something special here in Dubuque!

11.24.25

Miners Nation, we’ve just hit 2,500 followers!
Dubuque you continue to amaze us. Today we officially passed 2,500 followers, and this milestone belongs to every single person who’s backed this organization from day one!

11.24.25

The Dubuque Miners would like to welcome the newest organizations joining the Mid-West United Football League. We look forward to strong, competitive matchups ahead and continuing to help grow the MWUF together!

11.21.25

MINERS NATION, THE FINALS ARE SET!
The Final Four matchups are officially in the books, and WOW did you all show up to vote!!
Voting is LIVE for the Finals between Dynamite Dan and Pickaxe Pete.
This is your chance to help shape the history of the Dubuque Miners Organization!

11.20.25

Reminder! The Dubuque Miners are gearing up for Year Two and so is our brand new golden Axes Cheer Team!

Be a part of history as one of the founding members of this brand new program!

11.19.25

Mines Nation, you’re bringing the HEAT and the Final Four is WILD!
Current Standing:
Group A Match 1
Dynamite Dan: 53
Julien: 26
Group B Match 1
Pickaxe Pete:51
Boomer: 28

Voting is still open until Thursday 11/20 at 7PM! Keep them votes rolling in!

11.18.25

Championships are forged long before anyone’s watching…
Right now, while the field is quiet and the stands are empty, the real work is happening…

11.17.25

The Dubuque Miners are thrilled to officially announce the newest addition to our organiztaion, the incredibly talented Krystal Kelly, who will be serving as our official team photographer for the upcoming season!

We couldn’t be more excited to have her vision, energy, and storytelling guiding how the Miners’ journey is captured this season!

11.16.25

Saturday 11/15, members of the Dubuque Miners had the privilege of attending the Women’s Warriors 2nd Annual Fundraising Event. We were truly honored and genuinely happy to be part of such a meaningful evening celebrating our women veterans.

11.14.25

Miners Nation, the FINAL FOUR IS SET! After an electric Elite 8 round packed with huge votes, tight battles, and some schocking finishes…we’re down to the FINAL FOUR mascots fighting for the crown!

11.13.25

Miners Mascot Madness Elite 8 Update!

The votes are POURING in and the battles are getting wild. Here’s where things stand heading into the final stretch, voting closes TONIGHT at 7pm

11.12.25

Last Call, Miners Nation!
Today is your final chance to grab official Dubuque Miners gear before the team store closes!

Don’t miss out, once the store closes tonight, that’s it! Store officially closes at Midnight TONIGHT!

11.12.25

The Dubuque Miners continued their Winter OTAs last night with another outstanding turnout and high-energy session at the University of Dubuque’s Veterans Memorial Facility.

11.11.25

Saturday’s Year 2 Dubuque Miners Football Tryout was a success! The energy was high, and we’re already focused on improving and preparing for another great season. Stay tuned for updates on future tryout opportunities!

11.11.25

Today we pause as one team and one community.

To every veteran in Miners Nation and beyond: Thank You. Thank you for your service, your strength, your sacrifice, and your example. We are grateful today and every day.

11.10.25

Miners Nation, the Golden Axes Cheer Team are hosting their first tryouts coming up soon!
Date: December 6th, 2025
Time: 1:30p-5p
Location: Boys and Girls Club of Dubuque
Must be 18+ to join!
This is your chance to become one of the founding members of a team that will make history with us!

11.07.25

One day out. One sunrise left. One sleep until the doors open and the field becomes the proving ground.

Some of you will walk in as strangers. Some will walk out as brothers. Because in that fire, under that pressure, when your legs are shaking and your lungs are burning…that’s when we find out who’s built for the GOLD STANDARD.

11.07.25

Please help us welcome your new Head Coach of the Dubuque Miners, Jarvis Thomas!
Coach Thomas has been an integral part of this community for years, not just on the sidelines, but in the lives of those around him. He’s a true leader, a positive voice, and a pillar in the Dubuque Community.
Get ready Miners Nation for the foundation is strong, the leadership is set, and the road to greatness starts now!

11.06.25

The wait is almost over, our 2026 Dubuque Miners Tryout is just 2 days away!

Be on time, be ready, and be prepared to show what it means to join the Gold Standard! Every rep, every drill, every moment counts!

11.05.25

We’re just 3 days away from the first 2026 Dubuque Miners Tryout!
Here’s your reminder, athletes, this is where the journey to Year Two begins.
Be on time. Be prepared. Be ready to work. This is where rosters take shape, where legacies begin, and where we find the next generation of Miners ready to strike gold.
ALL IN!

10.30.25

The moon is glowing over the hills, the jack-o-lanters are lit, and the Miners have crept out of the cave for a little Halloween fun!
From everyone in the Dubuque Miners Organization, we wish you and your families a safe, spooky, and fun night filled with laughter, candy, and maybe a few friendly scares along the way!

10.29.25

CONGRATULATIONS COACH HANSEN! Please join us in giving a massive congratulations to our Associate Head Coach, Colton Hansen, as he’s officially accepted the position of Offensive Coordinator with the New Mexico Chupacabras, a professional arena team competing in the Indoor Football League (IFL)

10.28.25

Miners Nation, it’s time to get back to work! Tonight marks the kickoff of our Winter OTA sessions as we prepare for year two of Miners Football! Massive THANK YOU to the University of Dubuque for helping make this happen and being such a wonderful partner of the Dubuque Miners!

10.27.25

REMINDER! Miners Nation, shop while you can! The store is live and stocked with all of your fan favorites! Store is open until Midnight on Monday 11/3. Rep your city, support your team, live the Gold Standard! Dubuque Always.

10.24.25

Mascot Madness continues into the Sweet 16! Miners Nation, you’re making this such a fun event! Grab the family, cast your votes, and help decide who digs their way to the Elite 8!

10.23.25

Trick or Treat…Miners Style! A few of your DBQ Miners players spent last evening helping out at the wonderful “Track or Treat” even hosted by the Peosta Rec Center!

10.22.25

We are just under two weeks away from the first 2026 Dubuque Miners tryout and if you’ve been wondering what the schedule looks like, we’ll give you one word to hold onto: WORK

10.20.25

Bring the energy, lead the cheers, represent Dubuque and the Miners with PRIDE! The Golden Axes are the official cheer squad of the Dubuque Miners! Bringing excitement, community spirit, and gold-standard energy to every game day at Chalmers Field and beyond!

10.19.25

What an incredible Saturday night it was under the lights at Chalmers Field! The inaugural Chalmers Bowl was everything we could have hoped for and more!

10.18.25

A huge thank hyou to the University of Dubuque for being such an outstanding partner and host, helping make this night so special for the kids, they had an unforgettable time!

Official write up coming tomorrow!

10.17.25

Miners Nation, you showed out in Round 1! The energy, the votes, the excitement…absolutely incredible. Let’s keep that momentum rolling as we dig even deeper into Round 2 of our Mascot Naming Contest!

10.16.25

Miners Nation, the Round of 64 is coming to a close! you’ve got until TONIGHT at 7PM to get your votes in for the first round of the Dubuque Miners Mascot Naming Contest!

10.15.25

The Dubuque Miners Fall/Winter Store is now open through District 20! Stock up on cold-weather gear and more! Hoodies, jackets, beanies, long sleeves, blankets, and every day essentials! All in Scarlet, Vegas Gold, and Black to rep your team in style!

10/10/25

The Miners Mascot Naming Contest voting is open NOW!! It’s time to decide what our official Dubuque Miners Mascot name will be!

Follow the link below to vote TODAY!
First round of voting is open until Thursday 10/16 at 7PM

10.09.25

It’s youth football under the lights at historic Chalmers Field! President Tony Hammel’s Bellevue Jr Cowboys take on Associate Head Coach’s Anamosa Jr Raiders in what’s sure to be an exciting matchup!

Concessions will be open with 100% of proceeds going directly to these two wonderful youth programs!

10.08.25

Miners Football returns this coming April! The Dubuque Miners are kicking off the 2026 season with an exciting showdown against the Midwest Typhoons, live at Chalmers Field on camps of the University of Dubuque!

10.06.25

Tryouts for the 2026 Season is coming up November 8th at the Veterans Memorial Indoor Training Facility on the campus of University of Dubuque!
If you haven’t signed up yet but want a shot at joining the Miners, now is your time!

10.05.25

President Tony Hammel’s Bellevue Jr Cowboys took on O-Line Coach McQuillens Jr Mustangs in an exciting Sunday Youth Football Showown in Bellevue, Iowa!

10.04.25

Big shoutout to the Dubuque Fighting Saints on securing a hard fought 3-2 victory in their home opener and continuing their undefeated streak! Dubuque Miners were in attendance in the Doghouse Lounge Suite!

10.03.25

The Dubuque Miners are officially launching our Mascot Naming Contest! Do you have the perfect name for our Miner Mascot?! Drop your ideas on the post linked below and let your voice be heard!

10.02.25

We’re excited to welcome Dusty Rogers to our Executive Board of Directors! A former Cinncinnati Reds draft pick, longtime mentor, and owner of the Dog House Lounge, Dusty’s leadership and passion for Dubuque make him a perfect addition to the Miners’ future.

10.01.25

The Board of Directors are proud to announce that Aaron Miller has been promoted from Director of Game Day Operations to General Manager (GM) of the Dubuque Miners Organization